Here we are again
Happy as can be (in the circumstances)
All GOOD friends and jolly GOOD company.
Welcome. The buffet is waiting. Our retreat is warm and cosy. There will always be a comforting virtual arm around the shoulder for those who need one. 
Grandmabatty these elderly mums keep us on our toes, don’t they? My 94yo mum (still lives independently in her own home) called me recently. She said that her new glasses had arrived and launched into great detail about them. I said that I had to go out and couldn’t talk but I’d see them the next day when I visited. She replied ‘But I’m wearing them now! 
Too many other posts to reply, plus I need to get some sleep. We’ve had a long journey today from NE Scotland to Yorkshire but I’m thrilled to be here to celebrate Christmas with my youngest dd!
Take care, everyone. Xx
Ena please stay, don’t delete your membership. Gransnet can be incredibly supportive in difficult times.
Have you spoken to your doctor about how you feel? If you’re very down in the dumps you could possibly be suffering from depression and your doctor can help. I’m not a doctor so can’t diagnose, but I have suffered from depression. It’s horrible.
Doodle suggests the Black Dog thread which you may find helpful.
Marydoll
^giein' it laldy^, I haven't heard that expression in years! Reminds me of my mother!
I got it from my mother too, and it’s definitely the best description of my aunt’s approach to life 
Ena I once felt that I did nothing but moan in this thread, when I was going through some tough times. Everyone reassured me that if moaning was what was needed then they were here for me. Also, they were all kind enough to say that I didn’t moan as much as I thought. I’m interested to know how you’re getting on and if we can help with any useful information, or a listening ear. Please persevere with us
Calling, Ena to sit with me in the quiet corner with a warm mince pie (bought, I hasten to add, but delicious with it.)
Darling lady, it's not all laughter and silly shenanigans in our kitchen. Life is not like that. The kitchen is for the sharing of moans and groans and buggerations galore. You have been a kind and supportive virtual friend to me, and others. Please reconsider. Please know that you are valued. Every one of us has something to give another. We need you here with us lot. Share with me in a private message, if you prefer. You are NOT alone.
Hellogran We are concerned for your niece and the urgent admission to hospital of her son. Worrying times. Share with us if it helps.
It has been a day for doing a few outstanding jobs and wrapping a few gifts to take to the home of good friends tomorrow. We decided not to buy each other a gift this year. We have all that need. It will be a simple gathering of we two. Hoping that the family will speak on the phone. Looking forward to the time when, all things being well and properly fixed, we shall be able to meet with the great grandchildren, two of which, we only have photographs. We are no alone. There are many others who cannot visit loved ones. It is a fact of life. We must deal with it.
PLEASE may the letter from the hospital arrive either tomorrow or soon after the holiday. We know that we'll be having an appointment with the surgeon in January but the letter will confirm the exact cost of the surgery. Not the surgeon's decision. Totally in the hands of BMI admin department. No doubt they are all rushing around in order to have a day or so away from the desk. It's only fair. Patience continues to be re-affirmed with each new day.
Leaving you with a photo of Willow. It was shared with us today.
Take good care of yourselves. And, Ena, I hope to share a seat in the quiet corner with you tomorrow. Please. 
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